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Hawaii | Hawaii A.G. Jan. 31, 1961 | Hawaii-Attorney General opinion | Other applicable opinions |
A statute authorizing the suspension of the execution of sentences or providing for probation in case of such suspension, is not unconstitutional, and does not encroach on the constitutional power + See moreof the executive to grant reprieves and pardons, or to remit fines and forfeitures. 24 C. J.S., Criminal Law, Section 1618, page 173.
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New Mexico | State v. Mabry, 630 P.2d 269, 273 (N.M. 1981) |
"[T]he scope of our review is here limited to whether the Legislature had the power to enact these statutes. It has long been recognized in this state that it is + See moresolely within the province of the Legislature to establish penalties for criminal behavior."
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Under what circumstances does a conflict of interest in the imposition or enforcement of court debt violate state law? | Courts can seemingly impose or enforce any court debt that is permitted by the legislature | revenue flow |